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„Féljétek az Istent és Néki adjatok dicsőséget!”

Február 28-án útnak indult kis csapatunk izgatottan, ugyanakkor kicsit félve. Sokunk akkor repült először életében, de ez csak még érdekesebbé tette a kirándulást. A legfőbb célunk az volt, hogy új kapcsolatokat alakítsunk ki, szolgáljunk, valamint az ott élők támogatását kérjünk, azonban sokkal többet kaptunk utunk során, mint ahogy azt gondoltuk volna.

Londonba érkezésünk napján, mikor lepakoltunk a szálláson és belekóstoltunk az első „fish’n’chips”-be, tudatosult bennünk, hogy már nem Magyarországon vagyunk. 

Egy napot városnézéssel töltöttünk, majd szombaton inkább a csapatépítésre fordítottuk az időnket, illetve a prezentációnk tökéletesítésére. Vasárnap reggel egy francia istentiszteletre indultunk, de mikor odaértünk, kiderült, hogy egy másik gyülekezet alkalmára érkeztünk. Számomra ott vált nyilvánvalóvá, hogy mennyire áldottak vagyunk és hogy Isten velünk van. Aznap este repültünk tovább Skóciába, Aberdeenbe. 


A befogadóink már vártak ránk, mikor megérkeztünk. Mindenkit örömmel fogadtak és hazavittek meleg otthonaikba. Hétfő reggel találkoztunk a csapattal, majd szétváltunk, mivel hárman a csapatunkból hangfelvételeken dolgoztak, míg mi várost néztünk egy kicsit. 

Este egy Biblia órán vettünk részt, melynek keretében úgynevezett imasétára mentünk. A város főutcáján sétálva imádkoztunk az ott lakó emberekért, a városért, Skóciáért, Magyarországért, Sárospatakért, a Refiért és a keresztényekért világszerte.

A hét hátralévő részében eljutottunk a tengerpartra, az egyetemvárosba, és megnézhettük az „igazi Skóciát” a zöld dombokon egy várat a tengerparton: a fel- felcsapó hullámok zajában és a sirályok társaságában úgy éreztük magunkat, mintha egy filmben szerepeltünk volna.

Szerdán megtartottuk az előadásunkat, amit az emberek érdeklődéssel hallgattak. Utána ismerkedtünk, beszélgettünk: leírhatatlan sok támogatásról biztosítottak minket és valóban éreztük a törődésüket.

Pénteken, a hazaindulásunk napján, tudtuk, hogy sikeres volt az utunk. A felvételek hihetetlenül jól mentek, és éreztük, hogy valamit elindítottunk. Megalapoztunk számos kapcsolatot, melyeket ápolni kell, de gyümölcsözőnek ígérkeznek.

Miután hazatértünk, rájöttünk, mennyi mindennel gazdagodtunk kint, mindössze röpke 10 nap alatt. Nem csak gyönyörű tájakat csodálhattunk meg, de annyi szeretet, kedvességet és törődést kaptunk emberektől, akikkel azelőtt soha nem találkoztunk. Egy életre szóló élménnyel lettünk gazdagabbak, mely sokunk életébe hozott változást. 

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Mission to the United Kingdom

As the plane took off; we were all in a euphoric state of excitement and anticipation, for our journey. It was on a sunny Thursday afternoon, a beautiful day for flying, when we started our trip. For some, it was their first flight but for others, they could barely count how many times they had flown. 

The Sun set long before we managed to arrive at our hostel, we were exhausted! However, it was there that we had our first fish’n’chips meal which made us realize that we were truly in London. 

We went sightseeing on Friday and then worked on our presentation. Saturday came and was filled with team building and our time in the capital was almost finished. On Sunday we had time to go to Newcourt Elim Pentecostal Church service before taking off to Scotland and personally, that was the time when I felt how blessed we were and how blessed our trip would be. God settled all our fears during that fellowship.

On our way to Scotland we were filled with excitement and as we arrived at Gilcomston Church, our amazing host families were waiting to take us home. 

On our first day - we split up; three of the team went to a recording studio while the rest of us had a little exploration around town. We were amazed by the beautiful buildings, old churches and Marshall College, which is the 2nd largest granite building in Europe. 

In the evening, we went to a prayer group at Aberdeen Elim Church, where we were able to go on a prayer walk up and down the main street. We prayed for people in Scotland, in Hungary, for Aberdeen, for Sárospatak, for our school and for Christianity in general – it was such an eye-opening and uplifting experience. 

Although, we were deeply shocked by the fact in the town there are churches which are now used as casinos, bars and restaurants. To see this with our own eyes was probably the creepiest thing we’ve ever experienced. 

On Tuesday morning, we had some time to bond as a team as we wandered down to the beach and just played, took photos, enjoyed the sunshine and laughed until our stomachs hurt. 

Then we took to the streets to invite people to the lunch time service at Gilcomston and later, we served a little by helping with cleaning up the church. 

During our time in Aberdeen we made countless new friends and connections. This continued on Wednesday when we were shown around Old Aberdeen and the University of Aberdeen, while part of our group was, again, in the recording studio. 

Some of the team assisted with Café Plus, for the elderly and enjoyed fellowship with them. Our entire group was reunited and attended a Bible study in the evening, at Gilcomston. Afterwards, we gave a presentation about our school which went very well and we all felt we were understood and genuinely cared for. 

On Thursday, in the morning, we were invited to one of the Y.M.C.A.’s sessions with elderly and while we could relaxed, we enjoyed the company of a different generation for a little while. 

Later on, we were shown the ‘real Scotland.’ The beautiful landscape, the ocean, and the castle on the coast just amazed us. It is safe to say that time we were absolutely overwhelmed with all the love and everything that we’d been given from practical strangers - we were just overjoyed!

As I fondly recall the events of this trip, I realize how blessed we were during it from start to finish. So many people helped us, prayed for us and took care of us. We thank you all for the support that you gave us. This trip was a real life changing event for many of us. Praise God.

English Feature Article - Recording studio in Scotland

"I'll bring you more than a song"

Meanwhile at the studio...

As I stepped out of the car in Tillydrone, on the outskirts of Aberdeen, Scotland and took one long look around us - I wasn't quite sure we had come to the right place.

A shattered white building stood in what seemed to be the middle of nowhere. I certainly wouldn't have thought that that building would hold a fully equipped recording studio, nor that it was where one of the most exciting experiences of my 18 years would take place.

While on our first school relations team mission to the UK, Aiysha Jebali (our school's native speaking teacher), Gábor Tirpák (Refi student) and myself got the amazing opportunity to work in a recording studio for three days, rehearsing and finally recording two of our own songs, praising God.

The songs were written by Aiysha, with the piano accompaniment created by Gábor, our wonderfully talented musician, and I leant the vocals, after making the melody of the songs. 

In the first two days, we had four and a half hours at the studio which were just about rehearsing and fine- tuning the songs. They wanted us to "get comfortable" with the feel of the beautifully equipped and professional-looking studio.

Of course, we couldn't have done this alone; we had endless help from Tilly Youth Project’s vocal coach, Simon; their sound engineer, Ian; and a youth worker named Sean.

They took us through the whole rehearsing and recording process, step by step. They were kind, always enthusiastic and ready with some advice to help make the songs the best that they could be. Needless to say that we are very grateful for that! And, also for the occasional tea that they made for us, when our throats were getting sore!

The third day was recording day; although I can safely say that we were all a bit nervous, we had from 10am until half past 6 in the evening to calm our nerves and get both songs successfully recorded.

The piano was recorded first, then the vocals (which included singing and spoken word). We did about 3-4 takes of each, choosing the best ones at the end.

We were exhausted by the time we finished, but as we walked out of that shattered white building, there was a feeling of inexplicable joy in each of us.

It was a Joy that comes from experiencing the power and love of Christ through simple but beautiful things - such as, two songs that came from the inspiration of three very different, but divinely similar people.

This is the slideshow of our whole mission trip, with one of our songs as the backing track.

Us relaxing at Dunnotter, after a Blessed time at Tilly Youth Project

Written by Sandy Magyar
Edited by Aiysha Jebali

English - Refi Revolution Team's Mission Statement

Mission

1) The Lord Jesus Christ is our Saviour, Messiah and the rock on which we stand. He is the corner stone and head of all that we do on behalf of the school.

2) We utilise resourceful methods used in media and public relations to create a better environment in Sárospataki Református Kollégium Gimnázium.

3) Our team comprises of a combination of staff and students with a vision to facilitate beneficial opportunities that allow for Spiritual, personal and academic growth. This includes creative expression, team building, language workshops, leadership development and life skills.

4) We seek to be a catalyst within the faculty, inspiring all involved with the school to become proactive for God within it.

5) We aim to repair old relationships and make new connections within the college as a whole, as well as on a local, national and international level.

6) We are openly reaching out for support on all levels - but the most crucial support we need is prayer. 

7) We are also in need of practical help implementing such opportunities to come to fruition, as well as our Hungarian and worldwide brethren joining us in fellowship.

What will RRPR do?

•Carry out internal and external market researchto identify any areas in need of improvement.

•Using the acquired research, we will create and follow through on actions plans to meet the needs of the students and teachers.

•Send press releases to local newspapers about Refi events.

•Regularly update the RRPR blog with news articles, interviews and features on what is going on at Refi.

•Fundraise internally and internationally, with the aim of generating a long-term income for the school.

•Organize educational workshops, events and arrange missions to the school for our internationally based Christian brethren.

Magyar - About Us - Refi Revolution Team

Kik vagyunk ?

•Tudjuk, hogy Krisztus  az életünknek és  Egyházunknak a feje, vezére-mi azt szeretnénk ha az iskolánk feje  is lenne egyben.  Bármit, amit tennénk, azt az csakis az ő vezetésével tehetjük.

•A Refi Revolution Public Relations csapata iskolánk arca és hangja szeretne lenni.

•A csapatunkat alkotó tanároknak és diákoknak a célja az iskolánk felemelése, jobbá  formálása és igyekszünk megismertetni a Refit nemcsak Magyarország különböző területein, hanem külföldön is.

•RRPR a megfelelő PR munka hosszú távú  sikereire orientálódik. Például a Refi számára hosszú távú jövedelem forrásokat keresünk. Ebben a gazdasági helyzetben ugyanis  egyéb bevételi forrásokra nagyon nagy szüksége van az iskolának.

Mi az RRPR feladata?•Az 1) Iskola azon belső és külső igényeit kutatjuk, amelyek fejlesztésre szorulnak. 

2) A már megszerzett adatokkat fölhasználva, egy program tervet készítünk ami megfelel a diákok és tanárok igényeinek.

3) Hirdetéseket küldünk a helyi újságokhoz a Refi rendezvényeiről. 

4) Rendszeresen frissítjük az RRPR blogját hírekkel, cikkekkel és riportokkal, hogy mi történik a Refiben.

5) Itthon és külföldön pénzt gyűjtünk azzal a céllal, hogy hosszú távra bevételt teremtsünk az iskolának.

6) Eseményeket, szakköröket és missziókat szervezünk az iskolának, külföldi keresztény fele barátainkra támaszkodva.

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Short Feature - Refi's Got Talent!

"And it goes like this"

These are the words that everyone in the school's Imaterem were singing along to on Saturday night, as Demkó Ferenc took the stage. 

He shocked even the organizers with his slightly unorthodox act!

As an English teacher, well known for his musical talent - no one expected juggling!

You see, Sárospataki Református Kollégium Gimnáziuma hosted the first 'Refi's Got Talent!' parody talent show on Saturday 15th December 2012. It was a night to remember for all whom attended. All for different reasons maybe, but nonetheless, positive ones! 

The 'Refi's Got Talent!' stage saw everything from a South Korean style dance troupe to a teacher who juggles like he recently escaped the circus! 

The evening was hosted by none other than Pándy-Szekeres Daniel and his brother Pándy-Szekeres Aron. 

They could not have picked a better double act to carry the show from beginning to end. The brothers kept everyone entertained in between performances and had great chemistry with the judges. 

The judging panel was made up of Tóth Nikoletta (English and Maths teacher), Szabó Viktoria (English and Hungarian grammar teacher) and Végh Balázs (School Financial Advisor).  

Nikoletta could only be compared to Amanda Holden, with her ridiculously positive comments. Viktoria held the tag of Simon Cowell superbly, with her soul crushing comments to the students and her colleagues alike. Balázs acted as mediator - with some hilarious comments to boot, comparable to Britain's very own, Piers Morgan. 

The place was filled with laughter every time the Pándy brothers went to the panel for comments.

There was a sense of unity between teachers and students and everyone left with a smile on their face at the end of the night.

The show was organized by the 'Refi Revolution Team', the school's public relations group. This team is made up of students and teachers, with the aim of being the voice and face of the high-school. 

Since its inception, in October, the team has done an array of innovative and helpful things for the school in a very short time. 

'Refi's Got Talent!' was their debut event and its mission was to raise funds for the team's endeavors in the UK. They raised 13,445 HUF (38 GBP/61 USD). 

All the money raised will be put towards the costs to be incurred during February 2013, as they wave bon voyage to the school's gates and travel to the United Kingdom. 

In the UK, the team will be working with Churches to publicize the school and raise awareness of Refi's mission. 

Also on their agenda is the youth festival, set for April 2013, which will have Refi host an all round showcase of talent from art, singing, dancing, creative writing... and so much more, from youths all around the area of Sárospatak. It will be an open event for all who wish to attend!

Watch this space!

Magyar / English Gyorshír / News Report - Refi Fundraising School Ball 2012

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2012 november 24-én, a Sárospataki Református Kollégium Gimnáziuma körülbelül 1,200,000 forintot gyűjtött össze, a költségeket leszámítva, az éves alapítványi báljuk során.

Tanárok, szülők és az iskolai támogatói, köztük Sárospatak polgármestere, Aros János is részt vettek az eseményen, amely a diákok és a tanárok étkezdéjében volt megtartva.

Az ez évi bál a külső tornaterem felújításhoz szükséges alap összegyűjtésére koncentrált. A termet betöltötte az élő zene, az étel illata, a tánc és a torna és tánc csoportok előadásai, a bál céljához kapcsolódóan.

A csarnok, mely az iskola kertben található, egy ideje már külső és belső felújításra is egyaránt rászorul. A vezetőség ezen szükségesség hatására úgy döntött, hogy az összegyűjtött pénzt leginkább oda kellene áldozni.

Ezt a lépés az iskola testnevelés szakos munkatársai már rég óta várták és nagyra értékelik. A munkálatok a közel jövőben megkezdődnek a tornacsarnokon.

Írta: Aiysha Jebali
Tranlated by Tompa Laura

--> On the 24th November 2012, Sárospatak's Reformed Christian high-school raised approximately 1,200,000 HUF, after expenses, during their annual fundraising ball.

Teachers, parents and friends of the school; including Sárospatak’s Mayor Aros János; attended the event, held in the establishment’s student and teacher restaurant.

This year's ball was focussed on raising the funds needed to refurbish the school's outdoor gym. The room was filled with live music, food, dancing and performances from dance and gymnastics groups, in keeping with the purpose of the ball.

The gym, set in the school garden, has been in need of an internal and external update for some time. The management team decided that given this necessity, the money raised would be best spent there.

This step forward has been long awaited by the school's physical education team and is grately appreciated. Work will begin on the gym in the near future.

Written by Aiysha Jebali

Gyorshír (magyar) - Nyílt nap a Refiben- 2012

2012. november 15-én, a Sárospataki Református Kollégium Gimnáziumában megrendezésre került az évenként ismétlődő nyílt nap. Ez az esemény lehetőséget nyújt arra, hogy a jövendőbeli kilencedikesek - szüleikkel együtt - bepillanthassanak az iskola mindennapjaiba.

Amint megérkeztek a látogatók a "Refi" - ként becézett gimnáziumba, máris fogadta őket a nyílt napot szervező csapat és kísérték az érdeklődőket a nap folyamán.

A szervezők körbevezették a szülőket, majd egy részletes bemutatón vehettek részt, ahol feltárták az iskola múltbeli történelmét és jelenlegi helyzetét.

A nap folyamán a nyolcadikos diákok meglátogathattak egy-két órát igényeik szerint. Az idegennyelvi órák nagyon népszerűek voltak a diákok körében, volt ahol tucatnyian is megjelentek.

Az iskola angol anyanyelvű tanára, Aiysha Jebali (22) hozzáfűzte:
"Úgy vélem, hogy a nyílt nap nagyon jó lehetőséget nyújtott a jövendőbeli diákjaink megismerésére, akik jövőre csatlakoznak majd hozzánk. A fiatal diákok és szüleik egyaránt érdeklődéssel követték az egyik kéttannyelvű órámat. Megelégedéssel töltött el az az érzés, hogy ennyien figyelemmel kísérik az itteni munkámat."

Written by Aiysha Jebali
Translated by Magyar Sandy
Revised by Borka Máté, Jánószky Anna and Demkó Ferenc